July 5: Planning Board Reorganization, Kids Thumb Painting and BlueClaws Senior Night

It should be sunny with a high nearing 90 degrees today, so be careful of the heat if you're spending time outside today.

Below are some of today's local happenings:

1. The  is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. at the municipal complex on Colonial Drive. A reorganization will take place and the agenda is posted online.

2. The Ocean County Office of Veterans Services and Workforce N.J.'s Veterans Assistance will be available to help vets from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. If you're a veteran who needs information on employment, health services and benefits, the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall may offer assistance. Call 732-288-7777 for more information.

3. The Writer's Circle will meet at  from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The group allows aspiring and accomplished writers to share tips and critique each other's works. Call 732-657-7600 for more information.

4. Children ages 3-8 can visit Manchester's  to paint with their thumbs from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 732-657-7600 for more information.

5. The BlueClaws will take on the Hagerstown Suns at 7:05 p.m. at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood. It's Seniors Day. Call 732-901-7000 for ticket information.